What’s happening in Ardèche
Where to go in the Berg & Coiron territory
Here is a list of events in Ardèche located in the touristic territory of Berg & Coiron. To narrow your selection use the list of criteria on the left. Click on more information for a detailed description of each event.
- Mer 12 Août
- Jeu 13 Août
- Ven 14 Août
- Sam 15 Août
- Dim 16 Août
- Lun 17 Août
- Mar 18 Août
- Sam 08 Août Ven 14 Août
- Sam 15 Août Ven 21 Août
- Sam 22 Août Ven 28 Août
- Sam 29 Août Ven 04 Septembre
Ateliers Créa’Magnon : animations “Préhistoire” à l’Aven d’Orgnac
Visite du Caveau des vignerons de Valvignères
Come and discover the Valvignères winery, followed by a wine tasting!
Founded in 1952, the cellar vinifies and markets the production of 86 cooperative members (Valvignères, St Thomé and Gras) over 470 hectares, representing between 25,000 and 30,000 HL of wine. Duration: 1h30
Animations préhistoire. Comment nos ancêtres allumaient-ils un feu ? Comment chassaient-ils le bouquetin ? Comment fabriquaient-ils leurs outils ?
English guided tour of the cave
Follow a guide under the cave to discover a unique atmosphere and face majestic subterranean landscapes.
“Plus belle la mort : enquête sur les rites funéraires à la Préhistoire” exposition à découvrir sur le Grand Site de France de l’Aven d’Orgnac
Exhibition “Belles bêtes” – information
How did prehistoric humans say goodbye to their loved ones? What gestures, rituals, and symbols did they invent for this purpose? The exhibition offers a journey into the heart of their funeral rites by displaying previously unseen collections.
Expos photos : La beauté sauvage en majesté
Tour “An impregnable stronghold?”
Immersion in the history of this village in the Middle Ages and discovery of the remains of its castles.
Duration: 1h30
Organized by the Berg and Coiron Community of Communes, the commune and the Land of Art and History of Southern Vivarais.
Exposition d’Yveline Bouquard & Tiina Itkonen
Greenland will be in the spotlight with works by Finnish photographer Tiina Itkonen, internationally renowned for her landscapes and portraits taken during her travels in these frozen lands.
Exhibition: The genius of bees
Breathtaking photos taken at the heart of the colony, with a wealth of fascinating information. The exhibition, entirely translated into English, includes over 90 photos, to be discovered on our farm.
Contemporary art exhibition by Serge Beaudet
Serge Beaudet invites you to his new contemporary art exhibition, featuring some 100 works.
The artist will be present regularly to discuss his works.
Spectacle d’escrime Renaissance
Join professional instructor Gilles Martinez and practitioners from the AMHE Academy for a series of captivating demonstrations and discover how experts and historians are able to recreate the techniques of the past
Visite libre du château de Rochemaure
Bookable online
Animations de l’été à la Grotte Chauvet 2
Visit of the abbey church of Cruas
Bookable online
Discover the beauty of an pure roman abbey church at Cruas ! You will stand in awe of its beauty and mightinee. Genuine treasures are to be found inside this stunning enchanting building.
Mission Décors : découvre les symboles présents dans l’abbatiale
Bookable online
Aven d’Orgnac Grand Site de France, visit the cave and the Cité de la Préhistoire (Prehistoric City)
Bookable online
The Aven d’Orgnac Grand Site de France offers a unique experience combining nature (the cave) and culture (the museum)! Located near the Gorges de l’Ardèche, the Grand Site de France reveals an exceptional heritage both above and below ground!
ZOOM sur les secrets de la soie !
Anne Mésia at the abbey church of Sainte-Marie of Cruas
Bookable online
Keep your eyes peeled, a mysterious wizard has settled in the abbey church. Help her reveal its history with clues ans your observations.
Visite guidée de l’Abbatiale de Cruas
Bookable online
Aven d’Orgnac, les visites de l’été : visite jeu l’Oeil de Bonelli
Self-guided tour of the Museum of Folk Arts and Traditions of the Berg area
Free visit of the permanent exhibition : history and objects of daily life in Berg country.
Animations de printemps/été au chateau de Montreal
Spring and summer exhibitions at the Château d’Aubenas
From April 11th, the new exhibitions for the spring/summer season at Château d’Aubenas invite visitors to take a fresh look at the world around us: materials, archives, mythologies and everyday gestures.
Visites guidées historiques
Visite historique du château de Rochemaure
Bookable online
Le château de Rochemaure du bout des doigts
Bookable online
Aven d’Orgnac, les visites de l’été : visite et dégustation œnologique à 50 m sous terre
To mark the 90th anniversary of the discovery of the Aven d’Orgnac, try out our programme of end-of-day tours, with different themes and especially in small groups to get the most out of them. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6.30pm: wine tours!
Wine Tours at Domaine Olivier de Serres
Discover the Domaine on a guided tour of this historic estate, located on the land of the renowned Ardèche agronomist.
The program includes: a tour of the vineyard (weather permitting), a visit to the cellar, and a tasting of the estate’s wines.
Atelier lampe à huile romaine
Atelier impression botanique
Les Soirées de Chauvet
As night falls, a light and sound show brings the buildings and the park to life with a spellbinding story. Why did our prehistoric ancestors go deep into caves to draw?
Soirée astronomie contée au théâtre antique
Visite à la lampe torche à l’abbatiale de Cruas
Bookable online
Visite commentée à Castanea
Bookable online
A l’Aven d’Orgnac, randonnée guidée sur les traces des bergers du Néolithique
Katok Festival : Closing concert at the Château of Aubenas
High-quality chamber music concerts in the magnificent setting of the Ardèche mountains in a warm, relaxed atmosphere.
Escape game “Qui a volé le vin sacré ?”
Visit Saint-Pons: from the glazed bell tower to the cobbled streets…
After a visit to the farmers’ market (held in the Place du Lavoir from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm), set off to explore this village in the Coiron region, its narrow streets and old stone houses.
Duration: 1h30
Visite sensorielle en famille
Bookable online
Concert live à la Brasserie des Rieux
Visite historique de l’Aven d’Orgnac Grand Site de France
Every Friday during the summer, at the end of the day, relive the discovery of the Aven d’Orgnac cave, following in the footsteps of “Robert de Joly” (brought to life by a guide). A narrated, historical tour of that day in August 1935 when the cave was revealed to the world!
“Qui a refroidit Lemaure”
An interactive, connected investigation
Guided by Séraphin Limier, a seasoned Judicial Police inspector, visitors conduct the investigation equipped with a headset and a tablet. The tablet becomes an invaluable tool—
Aven d’Orgnac, les visites de l’été : La Slow visite
This summer, try our program of late-afternoon tours, with different themes, in small groups. Sundays and Mondays are Slow Tours. Take your time!
Fête champêtre
Loto Bouse
1st edition of the “Cow-Pat Bingo” in Sceautres (Quartier Gauthier, 07400)—a fun and unique event.
Unusual visit: ‘Four by four, a tour of the Château’s staircases’.
Straight or spiral, in stone, metal or wood, the staircases take up all the space in the Château! Taking us from one floor to the next, they are well worth a look…
Les Etats Généraux du Film Documentaire – 38ème édition
For one week, the États généraux du film documentaire (General Assembly of Documentary Film) transforms the village of Lussas into a place for meetings and exchanges around documentary film for all audiences and professionals: 130 films, meetings, seminars, professional days, workshops…
MuséAl : Visite guidée gratuite
Guided tour of the North Jastres Oppidum
The Association for the Preservation of the Jastres Plateau is organizing a guided tour of the North Jastres Oppidum.
Discover a fascinating site where history and nature intertwine!
Length: about 2 hours.
Performance by “Les Pâtes au Gaz” as part of the market
As part of the market (taking place from 6pm to 8pm), the town hall offers you a performance by “Les Pâtes au Gaz” (burlesque musical promenade, guitar and vocals).
Atelier fouilles archéologiques
Lokta concert as part of the market
As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, the Clede association is organizing and offering you a concert by Lokta (Bal electro folk).
Ateliers Créatifs Enfants- Vacances Août
Treat your child to a unique creative experience!
These workshops offer moments of discovery, fun, and free expression—open to everyone, with no prior experience required.
Each participant explores their creativity at their own pace and takes home their creation of the day.
Gourmets, savour your visit!
Bookable online
Démonstration de tissage
L’été au Caveau de Valvignères : Visite de Cave
The Caveau de Valvignères offers cellar tours throughout the summer. Bookings by telephone.
Visite pour les familles : “Les petits explorateurs : Découverte sensorielle du Château”
Les Mardis Live avec Triopopcorn
Combats médiévaux au château
Bookable online
Screening as part of the general status of documentary films
Screening organized as part of the États généraux du film documentaire (General Assembly of Documentary Film) (taking place from August 16 to 22).
The screening will be accompanied, if possible, by a member of the film crew.
Festival le rendez-vous des princes
Atelier enfant : décoration de papillon
Atelier sesterces romaines
Stargazing as part of the activities at the Sensitive Natural Area
Away from light pollution, come discover and observe the starry sky with Paléodécouvertes.
The program includes a workshop on the basics of astronomy and stargazing with telescopes.
Stage découverte du tissage
Concert live à la Brasserie de Rieux
BBQ Party et animation musicale
The Montfleury cellar organizes a BBQ Party with musical entertainment.
Booking required
Cévenol Trapper’s tips and tricks
Bookable online
Fairly easy level. Registration required (max. 15 people per date). […]
Festival Rendez-vous des princes
Visite insolite : Traces d’enfermement, de la prison à la création contemporaine
Youth Festival
From 2 PM: Pétanque tournament
From 8 PM to 10 PM: Live band
From 10 PM to 2 AM: DJ
Concert by “Les Maudoux” as part of the market
As part of the market (taking place from 6pm to 8pm), the town hall offers you a concert by Maurice Centaro and Deydou – “Les Maux Doux” (songs).
Tropical show stopper as part of the market
As part of the producers’ and artisans’ market, the Clede association is organizing and offering you a show with Bouchon Tropical show.
Visite famille : 1001 Patates
Les Mardis Live avec Payou
History and flavors
During a 1.5-hour evening event that takes you from the cellars to the hanging gardens, treat yourself to the finest wines from the Vignerons Ardéchois and some incredible stories. In partnership with Néovinum.
This event is for adults only.
Stage de teinture végétal technique SHIBORI
Atelier tissage à la romaine
Local fest
Funfair, pétanque tournament, live band and DJ.
Fireworks on Saturday at 10:30 pm
Concert “La Singular Tropique”
Balade sous la pleine lune : Vinezac
Can you recognise the sounds of the forest? The call of the owl? And blend silently into the scenery to catch a glimpse of nightlife in the moonlight. Claire will be your guide on this night-time walk.
Visite archéologique : “Le château médiéval révélé par l’archéologie”
Cinéma sous les étoiles au Château : “Sur les toits”
Visites groupes Castanea
Castanea tells in great detail the story of how for centuries, entire generations daily lives revolved around chestnut trees, both for work and for food.
Find out more about this emblematic “bread tree”. Castanea is beautiful located in a former convent in medieval town of Joyeuse. The museum shop offers you a wide range of local chestnut delicacys, postcards, books….
Soirée œnophile :la grande tablée au château
For one evening, take a seat at a large table set up in the hanging gardens of the Château de Vogüé and enjoy an exceptional experience.
Association Forum
The Sociocultural Center invites you to discover the local associations and the activities offered at the center.
NB: Come and promote your actions. Animations, demonstrations, exhibitions, or simple discussions with the public. Free participation.
Dégustation œnologique à 50 mètres sous terre et visite de la Grotte
50 m. underground, discover the finest cuvées of the Vignerons Ardéchois, including Grand Aven, appellation Côte du Vivarais, aged in the most spectacular cellar in Ardèche: Aven d’Orgnac, discovered in 1935 by R. de Joly!
Giant garage sale «Le Fouillis de St Jean»
Huge garage sale for non-professionals.
One of the largest yard sale in southern Ardèche.
Limited to 300 exhibitors
Switch concert at Domaine Terra Noé
Bookable online
We’re delighted to welcome Switch. Food-truck and paying drinks on site!
Discovering the Balmes de Montbrun as part of the activities of the Sensitive Natural Area
Join Clapas 07 for a visit to the exceptional troglodytic site of Les Balmes de Montbrun. Accompanied by a geologist, discover the formation of the Coiron plateau through observation of the landscape and rocks.
Flea market of Lussas
European Heritage Days at Le Château d’Aubenas
A whole weekend to (re)discover the Château of Aubenas and their contemporary art exhibits during the European Heritage Days.
Journées Européennes du Patrimoine – À l’abbatiale de Cruas
Journées européennes du patrimoine au château de Vogüé
Journées Européennes du Patrimoine – Au Château de Rochemaure
Workshop and bike ride
As part of the “Dare to Go Outdoors as a Family, Close to Home” program, the La Pinède Community Center invites you to a Workshop and bike ride.
Preparation for the outing, followed by a bike ride together.
Times and speaker details to be announced later.
Limited spaces available.
Journées Européennes du Patrimoine – Castanea
Storytelling evening under the stars
The Sociocultural Center offers you a storytelling evening dedicated to families (parents/children, grandparents/grandchildren, etc.)
5 p.m.: preparation of the picnic together
6 p.m.: Games, relaxation
7 p.m.: lively meal
8 p.m.: Story-telling vigil with Charlotte Irvoas
Brocante au château de Montréal
Atelier numérique “France identité”
France Services offers a workshop on “France identité”.
Registration by phone.
Themed visit to hedges/low walls as part of the activities of the Sensitive Natural Area
Come and discover the hidden life of the network of hedges and stone walls of the Coiron, true treasures of biodiversity! with the Chamber of Agriculture 07 and FDC 07, in the Freyssenet/Berzème area.
Méditation insolite au cœur de l’aven d’Orgnac
La Foulée Rose des Thermes
La malédiction d’halloween Vll
Castagnade de Joyeuse à Castanea
Unaccompanied visit, free admission for all on the occasion of the Castagnade in Joyeuse (chestnut festival).
“Secrets de Plantes, Balade nature en Ardèche” à Saint Laurent sous Coiron
Discover the wild plants of the Ardèche. Properties, uses, legends—every plant has its secrets. An easy two-hour walk for nature enthusiasts of all ages.
Balade nature sous la pleine lune : Ailhon
Bookable online
Can you recognise the sounds of the forest? The call of the owl? And blend silently into the scenery to catch a glimpse of nightlife in the moonlight. Guillaume will be your guide on this night-time walk.
Fête de la châtaigne
Atelier assemblage Côtes du Vivarais à l’Aven d’Orgnac, 50 m sous terre !
Atelier numérique “France Titres: carte grise et permis”
France Services offers a workshop on “France Titres: vehicle registration document and driver’s license”
Registration by phone.
Noël au village
May 1st Fair and Book Festival
You’ll find over a lot of exhibitors on site, offering a wide range of products: handicrafts, regional products, textiles and much more.
+ Enjoy the 5th book festival at the “salle l’Ardéchoise”